Glazed Cucumbers

Ingredients

2 medium cucumberspeeled, halved lengthwise and seeded

1 tablespoon unsalted butter

Salt and freshly ground pepper

Slice the cucumbers on the diagonal 1/4 inch thick. Melt the butter in a large skillet. Add the cucumbers, season with salt and pepper and cook over moderately high heat, stirring occasionally, until tender, 5 to 7 minutes.

Make Ahead

The cucumbers can stand at room temperature for 3 hours. Rewarm before serving.